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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherSAGE Publications, The Limited
ISBN-101844451631
ISBN-139781844451630
eBay Product ID (ePID)63888316
Product Key Features
Number of Pages192 Pages
Publication NamePersonal Training
LanguageEnglish
SubjectSociology of Sports, Physical Education
Publication Year2012
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaSports & Recreation, Education
AuthorMark Ansell
SeriesActive Learning in Sport Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight14 Oz
Item Length9.7 in
Item Width6.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2008-426638
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"It is well structured and contains very up to date material. It will be an asset for my Personal Trainer students." - Lecturer, Truro College.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal613.71
Table Of ContentPart 1: FoundationsPersonal trainingEssentials of programmingAdaptations to physiologyNutritionMotivational psychologyPart 2: PracticeSession planning and recordingExercise libraryFitness testingAdvanced training techniquesPart 3: ContextsHome trainingHealth fitness trainerBusiness sense
SynopsisThis is a key text for all those on sport science courses. It covers all the essential areas for a study of personal training including fitness testing, nutrition, psychology, training principles, health and fitness, training in different contexts and business issues. Students therefore gain all the required multi-disciplinary knowledge with an understanding of how to apply this in practice. Throughout the text, theoretical explanation is supported by case studies, practical and reflective exercises and guidance on further study., A comprehensive, practical and genuinely reader-friendly introduction to personal training for todays students in UK., A comprehensive, practical and genuinely reader-friendly introduction to personal training for today's students in UK.